Every day that I am out walking, I see new growth on trees, the shrubs are flowering, and flowers are blooming everywhere, showing off petals or fragrance. And even though I experience Spring annually, it never fails to lift my spirits. The pandemic has been a hardship for so many, for such a long time,…
The truthful answer is, “it depends.” It depends on everything! I’m getting treatment every 3 or 4 weeks because that’s what I need to maintain stability in body, mind and spirit. If you have a chronic health issue, then most likely regular treatments will help you stay ahead of problematic symptoms. That might be weekly…
Cupping plus acupuncture helps you get in the flow for the change of seasons and can help release built-up toxins in your system. This is the way to jump-start your Qi for Spring! 8 cups and 8 needles, and you’re good to go! A “cupping detox” is applied to your shoulder blades and tops of…
Gong xi fa cai! Happy Yin Metal Ox Year! If you want to celebrate this Lunar New Year on February 12th, you can start by eating dumplings and/or present your friends and family (or yourself) with oranges, tangerines and pomelos. The many traditional foods of Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, are…
Yellow , white and gold are some of the most auspicious colors for the Yin Metal Ox Year. I’ll tell you why. Have some fun with this! Chinese philosophy and astrology contribute to the traditions and guideposts for how to celebrate and have a prosperous, lucky and healthy new year. There are lucky words, lucky…